Into the Jungle with the Clarks: A Transformative Retreat in Costa Rica

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San José Province, Tinamaste, Costa Rica
Date
May 25 - 31, 2025

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Reconnect, Heal, and Play in Paradise: A Transformative Retreat in Costa Rica

Step into a week of joy, connection, and transformation in the lush embrace of the Costa Rican jungle. Hosted by the spirited Clark siblings, this unique retreat combines the playful energy of summer camp, the grounding wellness of a yoga sanctuary, and the restorative bliss of a beach getaway—all with a heart-opening twist.


Centered around a deeply healing 🍄 psychedelic ceremony, this experience invites you to gently shed layers of stress, envision and align with the happiest, healthiest and most inspired version of yourself, and connect with the natural rhythms of life. Whether you’re dancing under the stars, diving into crystal-clear waterfalls, or finding stillness in yoga, every moment is designed to nourish your soul and reawaken your sense of wonder.


We’re thrilled to host at the Jungle Gayborhood, a magical retreat space in Costa Rica’s Diamante Valley. With luxurious bamboo cabins nestled in harmony with nature, the site features miles of hiking trails, a sparkling river, and breathtaking waterfalls—creating the perfect backdrop for deep healing and playful exploration.


We’ve made the retreat accessible with tiered pricing and a scholarship program because we believe this experience is for everyone.



What Awaits You


Daily Yoga & Movement Practices: Start your mornings with grounding and energizing sessions tailored for all levels.
A Guided 🍄 Psychedelic Ceremony: Anchored in intention, this transformative journey is an opportunity for healing, clarity, and connection to the self and the collective.
Healthy Gourmet Meals: Locally sourced, nourishing, and prepared with love.
Workshops & Playful Experiences: Ecstatic dance, aerial acrobatics, conscious connection, and more.
Waterfall Adventures & Beach Excursions: Nature’s playground awaits with hikes, swimming, and exploration.
Community & Connection: Make lifelong friends in a welcoming & inclusive space.
Downtime to Relax & Reflect: Lounge in a hammock, soak in the river, or just breathe.



Sample Daily Schedule


Morning: Breakfast + yoga or movement session
Afternoon: Waterfall excursion, beach trip, or playful workshops
Evening: Restorative yoga, ecstatic dance, or aerial fun + dinner



Who Is This For?


Absolutely everyone! While The Jungle Gayborhood gears to welcome the LGBTQ+ community, this is a special retreat to connect & celebrate their alies as well to grow together.
Let the vibrant energy of the jungle, the healing power of community, and the magic of this retreat guide you to a deeper sense of balance, joy, and self-discovery.


Ready to join? Let’s dance, heal, and play in paradise. 🌴

Getting Here

Location icon Jungle Gayborhood, San José Province, Tinamaste, Costa Rica

Accommodation

Shared 4 Bed Jungle Cabin

Accommodation
A beautiful bamboo cabin with four comfortable individual bunk beds. You will be have one bed to yourself and you will be staying with up to three other guests who will sleep in the other beds. All cabins are equipped with elegant lighting, cooling fans, multiple outlets, comfortable beds and linens, and are fully enclosed in mosquito mesh netting. All cabins share a beautiful bamboo bathhouse with hot water.

Private King Cabin

Accommodation
A beautiful private bamboo cabin with a king-size bed. All cabins are equipped with elegant lighting, cooling fans, multiple outlets, comfortable beds and linens, and are fully enclosed in mosquito mesh netting. All cabins share a beautiful bamboo bathhouse with hot water.

Shared Twin Jungle Cabin

Accommodation
A beautiful bamboo cabin with two comfortable twin-size beds. You will be have one bed to yourself and you will be staying with another guest who will sleep in the other twin bed. All cabins are equipped with elegant lighting, cooling fans, multiple outlets, comfortable beds and linens, and are fully enclosed in mosquito mesh netting. All cabins share a beautiful bamboo bathhouse with hot water.

Private Deluxe Cabin

Accommodation
A beautiful private bamboo cabin with a king-size bed, en suite sink, and gorgeous jungle views. All cabins are equipped with elegant lighting, cooling fans, multiple outlets, comfortable beds and linens, and are fully enclosed in mosquito mesh netting. All cabins share a beautiful bamboo bathhouse with hot water.

Camping (Gear Provided)

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Large tent* includes comfortable sleeping cushion, linens, pillow, blanket, a small fan and camping light. *Size note: These tents could sleep up to 4 people, but each will only be assigned to one person or group.

Venue & Amenities

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Customer Reviews

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An experience like no other!
The Jungle Gayborhood is an unforgettable experience that we’ll cherish forever. After two years of following it on Instagram, we were thrilled to finally make it a reality and spend our New Year’s Eve there. Upon arrival, we were warmly welcomed by Nick and shown our room. Ryan then provided us with a comprehensive overview of the place, sharing all the details. We also met Tone, Brandee, and Jess, who made us feel incredibly special and valued. As soon as we stepped onto the property, I could sense the magical and energetic vibe that this place exudes. It’s a unique atmosphere that I’ve never encountered before. Jungle Gayborhood has created this space with such intentional and deliberate details, and they’ve staffed it perfectly to deliver a heartfelt and raw experience.

I’ve attended numerous gay events, but this communal queer living amidst the lush jungle of Costa Rica truly stands out as an unforgettable adventure. Everyone is welcome, regardless of their gender identity, sexuality, race, creed, or culture. I eagerly anticipate witnessing the ongoing evolution of this unique community.

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A gay Christmas jungle holiday
I came to the holiday retreat with no expectations and left feeling refreshed restored and having spent some wonderful quality time with my chosen family. I can’t say enough good things about getting to know JGBH staff and the effort they put into making me feel welcome and happy to have trekked deep into a magical place where there’s excellent yoga every morning, family style well prepared meals and caring people all around that are excellent at what they do for the guests and the community. So glad I went and to have spent Christmas and new years holidays here.

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A special place and community
A truly special place where I was able to adventure and commune with nature, form friendships, practice yoga and mindfulness all in a wonderful sharing community. Already excited to return.

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Excelente lugar, demasiado rica la comida, la actividad estuvo genial súper recomendado

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Jungle Gayborhood restores you emotional, physical, spiritual and sensual selves
Hi My name is Michael Dru Kelley. The Jungle Gayborhood is where I have just finished two outstanding weeks with one week focused on plant medicine and ensuing journeys to help heal, inspire and activate new aspects of my life in ways beyond my expectations.
The second week was more physical with warriors from Naked Warrior Yoga.
I know this has been said many times, yet my journeys have been life changing, affirming and motivating to live my truth that “every new moment is a new moment to show love, starting with myself.” And, it further affirmed my life mission to advance equality for the queer community and leave the world a better place. The healing was so incredible. The love I found in myself and the support of others who experienced it was not of this world and definitely told me heaven starts with the ones you love, forgive and grow with. As Terence Mckenna so wisely says “What’s primary is the felt presence of experience and that is the source of love.” If you are looking to work on your spiritual, emotional, physical and sensual parts, the jungle gayborhood is your Costa Rican jungle casa for the heart, mind and body. It has changed my life in the most beautiful way, and I can’t wait to impact others with nothing but love. Thank you, Jungle Gayborhood, for restoring parts of me that died along the way and awakening my full potential to love every minute, starting with myself. xo

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